In the sacred name of Jesus Christ, amen. None of us is quite as Christlike as we know we should be. Put your trust in Jesus Christ. In the cold of bitter sorrow, we can experience the closeness and warmth of heavens embrace. "The sheep is worthy of divine rescue simply because it is loved by the Good Shepherd," President Uchtdorf said. That is your future. There are many reasons for this, but may I offer a few? It wasnt until later that I learned from the scriptures that my conduct and my attitude on the Sabbath constituted a sign between me and my Heavenly Father. When the entire truth is eventually known, things that didnt make sense to us before will be resolved to our satisfaction. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles spoke during the Saturday morning session ofOctober 2021 general conference. Knowing this, how could we ever murmur or remain embittered? Could I suggest that we see gratitude as a disposition, a way of life that stands independent of our current situation? Your testimony of Christ, born of the Holy Ghost, can help you look past the disappointing endings in mortality and see the bright future that the Redeemer of the world has prepared. In a footnote attached to the subheading, Elder Uchtdorf shared: This was the question the multitude asked Jesus on the banks of the Sea of Galilee. The answer is forward thrust. Coreyb. True gratitude is an expression of hope and testimony. As we seek to purify our lives and look unto Christ in every thought,12 everything else begins to align. No one is immune. 9. See RussellM. Nelson, Hear Him, Ensign or Liahona, May 2020, 8892. President Ballard teaches us that as we follow Jesus Christ in faith, He will help us through difficult times, just as He did the pioneers. Elder Holland teaches what it means to take up the cross as disciples of Jesus Christ. Sacrifices are sacred and honored by the Lord.9, Consecration is different from sacrifice in at least one important way. We dedicate it to Him and His holy purposes.10 We receive the talents that the Lord has given us and strive to increase them, manifold, to become even more helpful in building the Lords kingdom.11. Many that were rich cast in much, but then, along came a poor widow, and she threw in two mites. It was such a small amount, it would hardly be worth recording. At a time when many churches throughout the world are experiencing significant decreases in numbers, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saintsthough small in comparison with many othersis one of the fastest growing churches in the world. And your efforts are purifying your heart and preparing you for a glorious future. While were riding, and Im not huffing and puffing too much, we enjoy the beautiful world around us and even engage in a pleasant conversation. Elder Uchtdorf teaches that Jesus Christ is the best guide for making choices. The diversity of persons and peoples all around the globe is a strength of this Church. In this way, we see in our lives a fulfillment of the prophecy of the Apostle Paul: In the dispensation of the fulness of times [God will] gather together in one all things in Christ, both which are in heaven, and which are on earth: even in him (Ephesians 1:10). Being a disciple of Jesus Christ is not just one of many things we do. Love our neighbor. But we can choose our response. In fact, it impressed Him so deeply that he called unto him his disciples, and saith unto them, Verily I say unto you, That this poor widow hath cast more in, than all they which have cast into the treasury: For all they did cast in of their abundance; but she of her want did cast in all that she had, even all her living.1. Elder DavidA. Bednar taught that principles of righteousness help us to look beyond our personal preferences and self-centered desires by providing the precious perspective of eternal truth as we navigate the different circumstances, challenges, decisions, and experiences of mortality (The Principles of My Gospel, Liahona, May 2021, 12324). Actually, it is not that simple. Sacrifice and consecration are two heavenly laws that we covenant to obey in the holy temple. Tragic things. On April 2-3, millions worldwide will tune into the 192nd Annual General Conferenceof The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to hear messages from the First Presidency, Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and other Church leaders. In essence, he's called God a liar. If these are your desires, then regardless of your circumstances, your personal history, or the strength of your testimony, there is room for you in this Church. He would teach us to open our hearts to God and reach out to others. Many years ago, President BoydK. Packer spoke these powerful words: True doctrine, understood, changes attitudes and behavior. That has been the pattern from the days of Adam until now., Spiritual landmarks like daily prayer, scripture study and approaching God in humility and honesty can help keep one on the path. The next day, when the man returned, the waiter doubled the amount of bread, giving him four slices instead of two, but still the man was not happy. The Church is designed to nourish the imperfect, the struggling, and the exhausted. Doctrine and Covenants 78:19; emphasis added. Gratitude is a catalyst to all Christlike attributes! When the Book of Mormon prophet Alma saw evil in the world around him, he turned to the word of God because he knew it had more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else, which had happened unto themtherefore Alma thought it was expedient [to] try the virtue of the word of God (Alma 31:5). Through His prophets, the Lord has been guiding His people in that direction, to increase their spiritual capacity and follow Him in higher and holier ways. Tools. 1 This morning we have had the privilege to hear the prophet of God speak to all the world. He met a nice couple who represented The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and asked, What do you require of your members?, We do not require anything, they replied. Light and knowledge poured forth from the celestial throne. Some might ask, But what about my doubts?, Its natural to have questionsthe acorn of honest inquiry has often sprouted and matured into a great oak of understanding. I earnestly pray that your own search for truth will impress upon your heart the desire to come and join with us. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. This is what the widow at the temple treasury seemed to understand. I am sure they had flaws, but not to me. Just days before He gave His life for us, Jesus Christ was at the temple in Jerusalem, watching people make donations to the temple treasury. To help you prepare for the April 2023 general conference, the team at LDS Living has gathered one quote from each talk from October 2022 general conference as a reminder of the promises, blessings, and messages given by our inspired Church leaders.. You can follow along each day or re-read each short quote on a quiet Sunday afternoon! It blooms just as beautifully in the icy landscape of winter as it does in the pleasant warmth of summer. Transformed by the profound realization that, indeed, God is among us. And one day He wants you to inherit all He has.6. If we want the Savior to lift us heavenward, then our commitment to Him and His gospel cant be casual or occasional. They who wait upon the Lord will be renewed by His strength.12. Tracy Y. Browning Seeing More of Jesus Christ in Our Lives Sister Browning encourages us to see our lives from a gospel perspective in order to see more of the Savior in our lives. They rejoice in the knowledge that God speaks to mankind again. Truth is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ and taught in His Church. To make this possible, He sent Jesus Christ to be your Savior. For the Strength of Youth Pamphlet (2021 Revision), Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith. Job 36:26 - no one can know the number of God's years. I look back with kindness on the young man I was during my growing-up years. When his brothers tied him up on the shipwhich he had built to take them to the promised landhis ankles and wrists were so sore they had swollen exceedingly, and a violent storm threatened to swallow him up in the depths of the sea. All rights reserved. He has provided instructions that reveal the way back to Him. Doctrine and Covenants 121:45. It may break our hearts when their journey takes them away from the Church we love and the truth we have found, but we honor their right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of their own conscience, just as we claim that privilege for ourselves.5. About Us. The Savior has very high standards for those who follow Him the highest of which is the invitation to earnestly seek His will and live by His truths. He will lead you the right way. As Elder DaleG. Renlund taught, Our Heavenly Fathers goal in parenting is not to have His children do what is right; it is to have His children choose to do what is right and ultimately become like Him (Choose You This Day, Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2018, 104). Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Subscribe for free and get daily or weekly updates straight to your inbox, The three things you need to know everyday, Highlights from the last week to keep you informed. We can choose to be like the Prophet Joseph Smith, who, while a prisoner in miserable conditions in Liberty Jail, penned these inspired words: Dearly beloved brethren, let us cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God, and for his arm to be revealed.7. What the Pharisees got wrong was that they thought their rules would save them. If you expect to find perfect people here, you will be disappointed. But we are all invited to consecrate our lives to Him. Being grateful in times of distress does not mean that we are pleased with our circumstances. We see baptism as the starting point in our journey of discipleship. We seek to love God and serve our neighbors. He asks us to stand firm with the power of the priesthood in our hearts and souls and give the calling we have at this moment our best efforts. In this Church that honors personal agency so strongly, that was restored by a young man who asked questions and sought answers, we respect those who honestly search for truth. Over the years, I have had the sacred opportunity to meet with many people whose sorrows seem to reach the very depths of their soul. See Have I Done Any Good? Hymns, no. You need to know the whys and the hows and then consider the consequences of your choices. The scriptures say that, to God, our sacrifices are more sacred than our accomplishments (see Doctrine and Covenants 117:13). It is contained in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, center, gives a thumbs up to a conferencegoer prior to the church's 192nd Annual General Conference at the Conference Center in Salt Lake City on Saturday, April 2, 2022. The search for truth has led millions of people to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Let us take this a step further. Jeffrey R. Holland. To me, these young men and women were perfect. It takes patience. It will be a significant help for making choices in your life. The following is a summary of what he said. With this simple observation, the Savior taught us how offerings are measured in His kingdomand its quite different from the way we usually measure things. I testify that here you will find the words of eternal life, the promise of blessed redemption, and the pathway to peace and happiness. God among Us By Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles God is among usand is personally involved in our lives and actively guiding His children. If we repent, mistakes do not disqualify us. Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf speaks in the Saturday Afternoon Session of the October 2020 General Conference. 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